The Volkswagen ID.4, as we know it, is dead, and Volkswagen is officially announcing its replacement. Meet the new-and-improved ID. Tiguan.
The new ID. Tiguan will succeed the ID.4 and the European-market ID.5, bringing a more traditional SUV design, a redesigned interior, and up to 373 miles (600 kilometers) of WLTP range in Europe.
The electric SUV will launch in Germany and other European markets in early 2027, while the gasoline-, diesel-, and hybrid-powered Tiguan will continue alongside it.
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Volkswagen is moving away from the softer crossover shape of the ID.4 and ID.5 with the ID. Tiguan. The new model gets a more upright, muscular look with sharper body lines and sculpted sheet metal. The company is even bringing back classic pull-style exterior door handles—praise be.
Inside, there’s even more to look at. Volkswagen says it has focused heavily on material quality and intuitive controls, addressing some of the complaints surrounding its earlier ID models, including those annoying touch-capacitive controls.
The ID. Tiguan gets physical controls for important functions, including the air conditioning, while the multifunction steering wheel also uses physical buttons instead of touch-sensitive controls. An illuminated controller in the center console handles audio volume and track or station selection.
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The ID. Tiguan will launch with three different powertrain options in Europe, but it’s unclear if all three options will make it to the US:
Volkswagen says the ID. Tiguan will offer up to 373 miles (600 km) of WLTP range, depending on the configuration. VW has also improved its towing capacity, with the 58.0-kWh model able to tow up to 3,968 pounds (1,800 kg), while the 77.0-kWh versions can tow up to 4,409 pounds (2,000 kg).
There's also a 1.1-cubic-foot (32-liter) frunk, while the rear cargo area offers up to 18.9 cubic feet (534 liters) of storage.
The ID. Tiguan will also support vehicle-to-load functionality. A PowerSocket adapter connects to the charging port and allows the battery to power external devices like an electric grill or e-bike.
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The dashboard is dominated by a 10.0-inch digital instrument cluster for the driver, a 15.0-inch central infotainment screen, and, for the first time on a European Volkswagen, an optional 12.0-inch display dedicated to the front passenger.
Volkswagen also offers a new "Retro" mode that can transform the driver's digital gauges into a recreation of the blue-and-red instrumentation from the Golf IV. The central screen can also display a virtual garage featuring six iconic Volkswagen models: the Golf I, Golf II Country, Golf IV, Tiguan I, Race Touareg, and Beetle.
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One-pedal driving will come standard, while an available Connected Travel Assist system adds features like assisted lane changes on highways and traffic-light recognition. Volkswagen says the system can automatically bring the vehicle to a stop at red lights.
Other available features include massaging, ventilated, and electrically adjustable front seats, a panoramic sunroof, and a 480-watt Harman Kardon sound system.
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The new ID. Tiguan will come in four trim levels in Europe: Trend, Life, Style, and R-Line. Pre-orders in Germany and several other European countries begin October 13, with prices starting at €42,695, or roughly $48,000 at current exchange rates.
The ID. Tiguan is scheduled to launch in early 2027.
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